The 2001-2002 women's tennis team continued the trend of winning
seasons that started three years ago with a record of 14-3 and a
third place finish in the Capital Athletic Conference
Championships.

While the 2002 spring brought to a close the careers of seniors
Sue Fish, Amy Hemler, Heather McDonald, and Molly Merrigan, the
team spirit and commitment they provided to this team will be
remembered and carried on by the remaining members.

The 2002-2003 season brings a new volunteer assistant coach with
Cate (Miller) DeMartino as well as a very strong starting line up
with returning players No.1 senior Mo Hegedus, No.2 junior Michelle
Braley (fall only), No.3 sophomore Kathleen Hegedus, No.4 junior
Kate Dempsey, No.5 sophomore Michelle Sazonov, and No. 6 sophomore
Emily Bresnahan-McRae and several players competing for the No.6
position in the spring when the No.2 spot will open due to a player
going abroad. Returning players Meredith Niles and Carrie O'Malley
continue to show great improvements in their games and will add
pressure to the starting lineup.

Incoming freshmen Erika Bencker, Stephanie Kennedy, and Omo
Rotimi have shown excellent team attitude, work ethic and physical
skills this fall and will create the depth this team will depend on
in the coming years. This team is a group of competitive and
skilled tennis players who are motivated to win.